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Design Technology Teacher – Independent School near Wells – September 2025 Start

Permanent, Full-Time Role
Strong Emphasis on Innovation, Engineering, and 3D Design
Opportunity for Additional Responsibility for Experienced Candidates

A respected and academically strong independent school near Wells is seeking a Design Technology Teacher to join their growing and well-resourced DT department from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent post suitable for an experienced teacher or an enthusiastic ECT.

The department is known for its emphasis on sustainable design, innovation, and hands-on making. The successful candidate will teach across KS3–KS5, with opportunities to support student projects involving CAD, product design, 3D printing, and materials science.

Candidate Essentials



Relevant degree (Design Technology, Product Design, Engineering)

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QTS and teaching experience across secondary age groups

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Confident using CAD/CAM tools such as Fusion 360, AutoCAD, or similar

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Practical knowledge of resistant materials, electronics, or textiles beneficial

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Ability to support the school’s ethos of creativity and curiosity

About the School

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DT suites with laser cutters, CNC routers, 3D printers, and traditional tools

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Students compete in Young Engineer of the Year and Arkwright Scholarships

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Strong links with local industries and higher education design programmes

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Supportive leadership team and investment in STEAM projects

Salary
Highly competitive + possible TLR + annual CPD budget + pension + relocation support

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